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It doesn't matter if you have an iPad, iPad Pro or iPad Air (Apple's new iPad Air model arrived at its "Peek Performance" event and is now available for pre-order), there's no denying the excitement that accompanies using a new iPad, or even exploring what's new in a big software update on your old one. Once you get all your settings in order, there are many cool features you'll want to explore on your iPad.
A good spot to start is the Tips collection. You should be able to find the Tips information hub in your default widget setup, but otherwise, you can also find it in your apps library under Information and Reading.
There's a lot to see and do, but here are our favorite fun features on the iPad to get you started.
Arrange your home screen widgets
When you finally reach your iPad home screen, kelly madison you'll notice the widget layout. By default, your iPad will include the clock, zooskool notes, calendar, weather and news. You can edit this layout to best fit your needs. Even if you're happy with the default apps in place, long-press the app to see extra customization options, or boobs hold and drag to rearrange the widgets.
If you want to edit the widgets, swipe right on the screen and tap Edit. From here you can remove or add widgets, giving you quicker access to the e-book you're reading or your favorite games or streaming service.
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Apple Arcade offers a free trial with purchase of a new device.
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Check out Apple's free trials
A new iOS device includes a free trial for Apple TV Plus and Apple Arcade -- a CNET Editors' Choice award pick. So, in addition to downloading your favorite TV streaming apps, games and linking accounts, you can try something new.
Apple Arcade is Apple's $5-a-month mobile gaming service. It includes over 225 games you can play offline and more are added every week. With a new iOS device, you can try out Apple Arcade with a three-month free trial, as well as a one-month free trial for new subscribers. Apple TV Plus is Apple's subscription video service that includes original TV shows and movies like Ted Lasso, Schmigadoon and The Morning Show.
Join the dark side
Apple will ask if you want to have your device in light or zooskool dark mode during initial setup, but you can always make changes in the Settings app. Tap Display & Brightness to swap between modes, set custom schedules (like your screen dimming at sunset), and use True Tone, the feature that automatically adjusts your screen's brightness based on current ambient lighting.
Split screen
I love using a split screen to keep a reference image nearby when I'm working on a drawing in the Procreate digital illustration app -- another CNET Editors' Choice award pick. But you can use split screen with just about any combination of apps. A common use might be opening your calendar app while writing out a to-do list in the reminders app. To start a split view, open an app, tap the small horizontal trio of dots at the top of your screen and choose the layout you want.
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Scribble for iPad makes for a smoother iPad experience if you're using an Apple Pencil.